Abstract: A partially cross-linked polymer composition obtainable by dynamically heat-treating: 95 to 50% by weight of a resin (A) comprising a defined ethylene copolymer, and 5 to 50% by weight of a resin (B) comprising a two or more-component propylene copolymer containing 0.1 to 20% by mol of units derived from ?-olefins other than propylene, or a blend of the two or more-component propylene copolymer and a propylene homopolymer which can be in the presence of defined amount of an organic peroxide (C) based on 100 parts by weight of the total amount of the resins (A) and (B). A process for producing the polymer compositions is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for an industrial scale extraction and purification of xanthophylls (e.g., lutein and zeaxanthin) from plant material (e.g., alfalfa or other leafy green crops having high levels of chlorophyll). The process involves harvesting lutein rich alfalfa, extracting an oleoresin from the alfalfa leaves, saponifying the oleoresin, extracting and extracting lutein using a series of solvent extractions specific for oleoresin obtained from alfalfa or other leafy green plants.

Abstract: A partially cross-linked polymer composition obtainable by dynamically heat-treating: 95 to 50% by weight of a resin (A) comprising an ethylene copolymer containing 5 to 48% by weight of units derived from at least one monomer selected from vinyl acetate, (meth)acrylic acid, (meth)acrylate ester, glycidyl (meth)acrylate and carbon monoxide, and 5 to 50% by weight of a resin (B) having a melt viscosity (JAI 7-1991) at 180° C. of over 10,000 mPa·Es and comprising a two or more-component propylene copolymer containing 0.1 to 20% by mol of units derived from ?-olefins other than propylene, or a blend of the two or more-component propylene copolymer and a propylene homopolymer in the presence of an organic peroxide (C) in an amount of from 0.001 to 4 parts by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the total amount of the resins (A) and (B). A process for producing the polymer compositions is also provided.

Abstract: A sanding block and a kit for sanding curved surfaces are provided. The sanding block includes an elongated body which has a first sanding surface; and a sandpaper removably affixed to the first sanding surfaces wherein the body is elastically deformable such that the block can conform against a curved surface to be sanded.

Abstract: Disclosed are soft polymer compositions comprising an ethylene/alkyl (meth)acrylate copolymer and a crystalline polyolefin, such as polypropylene homopolymers or polypropylene copolymers, wherein the ethylene/alkyl (meth)acrylate copolymer has a higher melt viscosity than the polyolefin. Also disclosed are such compositions modified by materials that improve the scratch-and-mar properties of the blends, the preparation and use of these compositions in such processes as extrusion and injection molding, and articles made from these compositions.

Abstract: A strap securing device includes a base and an elongated retainer. One end of the retainer is connected to the base, and an opposite end of the retainer is selectably connectable to and disconnectable from the base at an opposite end of the base. In the exemplary construction, the retainer is a looped, elastic member.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for an industrial scale extraction and purification of xanthophylls (e.g., lutein and zeaxanthin) from plant material (e.g., alfalfa or other leafy green crops having high levels of chlorophyll). The process involves harvesting lutein rich alfalfa, extracting an oleoresin from the alfalfa leaves, saponifying the oleoresin, extracting and extracting lutein using a series of solvent extractions specific for oleoresin obtained from alfalfa or other leafy green plants.

Abstract: An overmolded transponder is at least partially overmolded with an overmolding composition comprising an ethylene copolymer. The overmolding composition may optionally comprise one or both of a second polymer such as polyethylene or a filler. The overmolded transponder can serve as a radio frequency identification device, for example, such as a bolus transponder for identification of animals.

Abstract: A shielded electrical connector is provided for mounting on a printed circuit board. The connector includes a dielectric housing for mounting on the circuit board and including a front mating end and a rear terminating end. A plurality of conductive terminals are mounted on the housing. A metal shield surrounds the dielectric housing. The shield has an opening at the rear of the housing to afford visual inspection of the connections between the tail portions of the terminals and the circuit traces on the circuit board. A shield cover is slidably mounted at the rear of the housing and the shield to slidably close the opening in the metal shield in a direction generally perpendicular to the printed circuit board.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for an industrial scale extraction and purification of xanthophylls (e.g., lutein and zeaxanthin) from plant material (e.g., alfalfa or other leafy green crops having high levels of chlorophyll). The process involves harvesting lutein rich alfalfa, extracting an oleoresin from the alfalfa leaves, saponifying the oleoresin, extracting and extracting lutein using a series of solvent extractions specific for oleoresin obtained from alfalfa or other leafy green plants.

Abstract: A system and method for outputting hypothetical investment defining data (411) are provided by the present invention. The system comprises a plurality of networked terminals (101 to 104), each of which is configured with at least processing means (208), memory means (209), networking means (211, 212) and visual display means (202). The memory means (209) stores at least a local instantiation (409) of a network-distributable, updateable data structure and instructions (403), which configure the processing means of at least one terminal to obtain (304) financial data (410) from at least another one of the networked terminals (103) by means of the networking means (212). The local data structure instantiation (409) is updated (501) with the financial data (410) obtained. Data in the data structure instantiation (409) is processed with a plurality of data processing functions (404 to 407), wherein the data processing functions define a systemic financial data process (502 to 507).

Abstract: A multicoil NMR data acquisition apparatus and processing method for performing three-dimensional magnetic resonance imaging in a static magnetic field without the application of controlled static magnetic field gradients. A preferred application relates specifically to the detection and localization of groundwater using the Earth's magnetic field. Multicoil arrays are used in both transmit and receive modes, and coherent data processing algorithms applied to the data to generate three-dimensional NMR spin density estimates. Disclosed are methods for acquiring NMR data using an array of at least two transmit and receive coils, and for processing such multicoil data to estimate the three-dimensional NMR spin density distributions.

Abstract: A system for outputting investment defining data (411) is provided, which comprises a plurality of networked terminals (101 to 104), each of which is configured with processing means (208), memory means (209), networking means (211, 212) and visual display means (202), said memory means (209) storing at least one data structure (409) and instructions (403) which configure said processing means (208) of at least one of said terminals (101) to periodically obtain (304) financial data (410) from at least another one of said networked terminals (103) by means of said networking means (212); update (501) said data structure (409) with said obtained financial data (410); process (305) said data in said data structure (409) according to a plurality of data processing functions (404 to 407), wherein said plurality of processing functions define a systemic process (502 to 507); and output (306) said systemic data (411) to said visual display means (202) or to at least one other of said networked terminals (104), where

Abstract: Cheese compositions and methods of making cheese compositions, including methods of formulating cheese compositions are provided. Cheese compositions of the invention include casein protein, non-casein protein, non-pregelatinized, modified starch, and a fat component having a low amount of trans-fat (e.g., about 5% or less of trans-fat by weight of the fat component) while at the same time substantially maintaining and/or improving properties (e.g., processing properties, organoleptic properties, combinations of these, and the like) of the cheese composition.

Abstract: Disclosed are films obtained from blends of ethylene copolymers with organic acid salt-modified potassium ionomeric copolymers. The films of the present invention can be welded using RF energy.

Abstract: Derivatives of 9-deazaguanine of the formula I: are prepared by reacting an aldehyde or ketone of the formula II: with a dialkylaminomalonate to produce an enamine. The enamine is then reacted with a base to produce a pyrrole represented by the formula: The pyrrole is reacted with a compound represented by the formula R3OC(O)N?C(Z)NHC(O)OR3 or a derivative of carbamimidoic acid to provide a protected guanidine compound. The guanidine compound is converted to the desired deazaguanine by reaction with 1) trifluoracetic acid or 2) C1-C4 alkoxide or alkali metal or alkaline earth metal hydroxide followed by neutralization with an acid.

Abstract: Disclosed are films, tapes, and melt-spun fibers comprising or prepared from a composition comprising (a) at least one polyamide polymer; and (b) from about 0.1 to 20 weight % of at least one ethylene copolymer such as ethylene/vinyl acetate dipolymers, ethylene/vinyl acetate terpolymers, ethylene/alkyl (meth)acrylate dipolymers, ethylene/alkyl (meth)acrylate terpolymers, functionalized ethylene copolymers, ethylene/acid copolymers, and salts thereof. The films, tapes and fibers exhibit improved tensile properties such as tensile strength and elongation at break compared to nonmodified polyamide compositions. Also disclosed are nonwoven textiles comprising or prepared from the oriented melt-spun fibers.

Abstract: A curable thermoplastic elastomeric blend comprising: (a) from 15 to 60 weight percent of a polyalkylene phthalate polyester polymer or copolymer and; (b) from 40 to 85 weight percent of a poly(meth)acrylate or polyethylene/alkyl (meth)acrylate rubber in combination with an effective amount of peroxide free-radical initiator and an organic multiolefinic coagent to cross-link which upon extrusion or injection molding dynamically cross-link producing a melt processible thermoplastic elastomeric composition having a polyalkylene phthalate polyester polymer or copolymer continuous phase and of a cross-linked polyacrylate or polyethylene/acrylate rubber dispersed phase. Such compositions are useful in the manufacture of rubber parts having excellent resistance to lubricating oils and greases.